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1. Where should you start in Tokyo nightlife clubs?

2. How do you access top areas for clubbing in Tokyo?

3. What do prices, time, and eligibility look like at Tokyo clubs?

4. Which venue types and music styles fit your night?

5. How do reservations, etiquette, and useful phrases work?

6. Summary and Next Steps

1. Where should you start in Tokyo nightlife clubs?

1-1. Shibuya as the “walkable club circuit”

Shibuya works because the district is compact: you can enter a club, stay for a peak hour, then move again without complicated transit.
A concrete example is WOMB, located in Shibuya’s Maruyama-cho area; its access guide describes a simple walking route and explicitly notes “about 5 minutes” up Dogenzaka from the 109 landmark, then a short side street and a final 50m straight walk. (Official website (Japanese))

Another Shibuya example is CLUB CAMELOT, which publishes station walk times in minutes (JR Yamanote Hachiko exit and multiple subway lines) and emphasizes its multi-floor format and wide music coverage. (Official website (Japanese))

1-2. Shinjuku Kabukicho for “one building, many rooms”

Kabukicho is useful when you want a single venue that can carry a whole night (multiple floors, different music, different crowd pockets).
WARP SHINJUKU describes its concept as “two time zones, two different events” and “four floors,” which matches how many visitors actually use it: arrive earlier for lower fees, then ride the energy into the late block. (Official website (Japanese))

ZEROTOKYO is also in Kabukicho and publishes event pages with start times and door prices for specific nights—so you can plan around real schedules rather than “maybe it’s open.” (Official website (Japanese))

1-3. Roppongi for a structured “VIP-first” flow

Roppongi’s club experience is often organized around table service and dress expectations.
For example, V2 TOKYO publishes a detailed “SYSTEM” section that includes weekday drink pricing, weekend packages, and VIP seat rules (including a fixed set time and an added service charge). (Official website (Japanese))

2. How do you access top areas for clubbing in Tokyo?

2-1. Shibuya: walk-based routing

Shibuya routing is easiest when you pick one “anchor” club and then keep your movement within a tight radius.
WOMB’s access page provides a step-by-step walking description and places the venue in Maruyama-cho, Shibuya-ku. (Official website (Japanese))

For a station-first plan, CLUB CAMELOT lists “徒歩5分” (5 minutes on foot) from multiple Shibuya lines, which is exactly the kind of detail that reduces anxiety for first-timers. (Official website (Japanese))

2-2. Shinjuku Kabukicho: arrive early, then stay late

Kabukicho venues often reward early arrival with lower entry pricing or easier entry flow.
WARP SHINJUKU publishes admission bands by time (before/after midnight) and also lists its phone reception hours for inquiries—useful for confirming same-day questions. (Official website (Japanese))

ZEROTOKYO’s event pages typically include an “OPEN” time and a “PRICE” section with door price and ticket price, plus lineup and venue floor notation (e.g., “B4”). This makes it easy to build a night around a specific headliner. (Official website (Japanese))

2-3. Roppongi: station-exit precision

In Roppongi, “which exit?” matters. V2 TOKYO lists two lines and exit numbers with a 徒歩1分 (1 minute walk) claim from both the Oedo Line and Hibiya Line exits—exactly the kind of clarity you want at night. (Official website (Japanese))

Table 2: Access & Hours

Note: Walk times and hours above are taken from each venue’s official access/system sections. When an event page lists “OPEN,” treat that as the most reliable time for that specific night.

3. What do prices, time, and eligibility look like at Tokyo clubs?

3-1. Typical entry fees (and why they vary)

Tokyo club pricing is event-driven: the same venue can cost one price for a weekday party and a different price for a headline night.
WOMB’s event pages show this clearly, listing door and advance tickets with exact time windows (for example: a disco/house night with door pricing and early-bird/advance bands). (Official website (Japanese))

ZEROTOKYO event pages also publish door pricing and ticket pricing, often with tax notes and “1 drink excluded” language; this helps you budget more accurately. (Official website (Japanese))

3-2. Session time: the Tokyo “late start” pattern

Many club events begin late. WOMB commonly lists starts like 23:00 with a close around 4:30 on specific nights, while special nights can shift (e.g., 22:30 start for countdown events). (Official website (Japanese))

ZEROTOKYO’s event listings often show an 11PM open/start for headliner nights, plus queue time notes (e.g., “整列開始”). (Official website (Japanese))

3-3. Eligibility: ID checks and age rules (20+ is common)

Major venues state age limits and ID checks clearly. ZEROTOKYO’s system page explains it is 20+ and outlines accepted photo IDs (passport, driver’s license, residence card, etc.). (Official website (Japanese))

CLUB CAMELOT’s system/attention section also states that under-20 entry is not allowed and that official photo ID is required. (Official website (Japanese))

Table 1: Venue Types & Base Fees

Note: These are “published examples,” not universal prices. Always confirm the specific night on the official event page (DOOR/ADV/OPEN) before you go.

4. Which venue types and music styles fit your night?

4-1. Event-led dance clubs (genre first)

If your priority is the lineup and genre identity (techno, house, disco, UK garage), follow event pages.
WOMB’s calendar and event pages label genres and list set times and price tiers (door, early bird, advance), which is ideal for “music-first” planning. (Official website (Japanese))

ZEROTOKYO’s event listings similarly show genre tags (e.g., HOUSE / UK GARAGE) and publish price blocks under “PRICE.” (Official website (Japanese))

4-2. Multi-floor “choose your pocket” venues

Multi-floor venues are great when your group has mixed tastes: you can split, regroup, and switch rooms without leaving the building.
WARP SHINJUKU explicitly positions itself as a multi-floor venue with two time zones and multiple ways to enjoy the night. (Official website (Japanese))

CLUB CAMELOT describes its format as three floors with different concepts/genres, which supports a “walk down the stairs and change the vibe” approach. (Official website (Japanese))

4-3. VIP-forward clubs (packages and table logic)

VIP-forward rooms structure social experience through seating and bottle packages. This isn’t only luxury; it’s a system that makes the night legible:
you can predict where your group will be, how long the set lasts, and what the spend will look like.
V2 TOKYO’s published VIP table rules include a fixed set time (2 hours) and a service charge (25%) added to the total. (Official website (Japanese))

5. How do reservations, etiquette, and useful phrases work?

5-1. Reservation channels: tickets vs. VIP tables

Many clubs publish advance tickets on the event page itself. WOMB event pages show “ADVANCE TICKETS” and often list early bird windows, plus door pricing. (Official website (Japanese))

For VIP seating, follow the venue’s official rules and packages. V2 TOKYO publishes VIP seat categories and states that VIP seats are set for a fixed time and require bottle ordering, plus a service charge. (Official website (Japanese))

WARP SHINJUKU also publishes VIP reservation options (web reservation and mail) directly on its official site. (Official website (Japanese))

5-2. Door etiquette: ID checks and dress expectations

The “door” is a structured checkpoint, not a debate. Many venues clearly state age limits and photo ID requirements.
ZEROTOKYO specifies 20+ admission and lists accepted photo IDs on its system page. (Official website (Japanese))

Dress expectations vary by venue style. Some clubs publish explicit dress-code language; for example, SEL OCTAGON TOKYO’s policy page explains that it operates with a dress code and that ID checks are conducted for entry. (Official website (Japanese))

5-3. Useful Japanese phrases for club nights

Use short, polite phrases. Tokyo staff are used to quick exchanges—especially at the entrance.

• 入場できますか？ (Nyūjō dekimasu ka?) — “Can I enter?”
• 料金はいくらですか？ (Ryōkin wa ikura desu ka?) — “How much is the fee?”
• 前売りはありますか？ (Maeur i wa arimasu ka?) — “Do you have advance tickets?”
• 身分証はこれで大丈夫ですか？ (Mibunshō wa kore de daijōbu desu ka?) — “Is this ID okay?”
• ロッカーはどこですか？ (Rokkā wa doko desu ka?) — “Where are the lockers?”
• 再入場できますか？ (Sai-nyūjō dekimasu ka?) — “Can I re-enter?”

If you need to confirm “cashless only,” ZEROTOKYO’s system page explicitly states it is a cashless venue (except coin lockers). (Official website (Japanese))

Table 3: Reservation & Eligibility

Note: Always confirm the exact event page for “OPEN” and “PRICE.” VIP packages should be treated as fixed rules unless the official site says otherwise.

6. Summary and Next Steps

6-1. Your “first-night” planning checklist

• Pick one anchor event and confirm OPEN time and DOOR/ADV price on the official page.
• Confirm age/ID rules on the venue’s official “system” or “policy” page.
• Plan your station route using official walk-time notes where available (5 min vs 1 min matters at night).

6-2. SoapEmpire internal guides you can use next

If you want city-by-city planning help beyond clubs, use these SoapEmpire guides:

• Tokyo nightlife clubs hub
• Shinjuku Kabukicho nightlife overview
• How to book and confirm reservations

6-3. When you should ask for help

Ask for help when you’re trying to coordinate multiple people, time windows, and venue rules (ID checks, ticketing cutoffs, cashless payment, or VIP package structures).
You can also save effort by having someone confirm the details in Japanese and lock the reservation properly.

FAQ

Q1: How much does it cost to enter Tokyo clubs?

It depends on the event and the time you arrive. Some official event pages show door pricing like ¥4,000 (with advance tickets cheaper), while big headliner nights can publish door prices like ¥8,300. Check the specific event page (DOOR/ADV/OPEN) before you go.

Q2: Do I need to book in advance?

Not always, but advance tickets can save money and reduce friction at entry. VIP tables usually require booking via official channels and follow published package rules.

Q3: What ID should I bring?

Many major clubs are 20+ and require photo ID at the entrance. A passport is the simplest option for visitors. Some venues list accepted IDs on their official “system” pages.

Q4: What time should I arrive for a good experience?

Follow the “OPEN/START” time on the official event page. Tokyo events often start late (for example, 23:00 or 11PM). Arriving near opening is usually smoother than arriving at peak.